In the wine industry one thing most customers don't realize is that many wineries, most in fact, are not growing their own fruit..
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they are purchasing it directly from farmers or using a vineyard management company to procure the fruit.
One of the most famous vineyard management companies in Napa Valley is Pina.
The family has been living and growing fruit in the valley since the 1850's, which really makes them one of the original families in Napa, although they are not generally regarded as such.
It is also very nice to note that the company is still being run by four brothers, further showing the families dedication to their craft.
For the average wine drinker I realize non of this really matters...
but what does? Back in the year 2000 Pina started producing their own wines.
These wines were and are grown on some of the best locations in Napa and the family is committed to creating single vineyard expressions of each vintage.
To the consumer this means getting an idea of the unique soil and growing conditions, what the French refer to as terroir, instead of an expression of the winemakers palate which is becoming increasingly common these days.
It is interesting to note that Pina prides itself on farming all of its appelations sustainably in unison with local wildlife while keeping the yields of the vines as low as possible, giving their wines a great amount of flavor.
If you're interested in trying your first Pina, all of the vineyards produce extraordinary wine, however the Buckeye vineyard with its treacherous growing conditions(some vines sit on slopes of 18%, unheard of in California) is perhaps the finest example of what this multigenerational historic Napa family can create.
I can guarantee you won't be disappointed.
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they are purchasing it directly from farmers or using a vineyard management company to procure the fruit.
One of the most famous vineyard management companies in Napa Valley is Pina.
The family has been living and growing fruit in the valley since the 1850's, which really makes them one of the original families in Napa, although they are not generally regarded as such.
It is also very nice to note that the company is still being run by four brothers, further showing the families dedication to their craft.
For the average wine drinker I realize non of this really matters...
but what does? Back in the year 2000 Pina started producing their own wines.
These wines were and are grown on some of the best locations in Napa and the family is committed to creating single vineyard expressions of each vintage.
To the consumer this means getting an idea of the unique soil and growing conditions, what the French refer to as terroir, instead of an expression of the winemakers palate which is becoming increasingly common these days.
It is interesting to note that Pina prides itself on farming all of its appelations sustainably in unison with local wildlife while keeping the yields of the vines as low as possible, giving their wines a great amount of flavor.
If you're interested in trying your first Pina, all of the vineyards produce extraordinary wine, however the Buckeye vineyard with its treacherous growing conditions(some vines sit on slopes of 18%, unheard of in California) is perhaps the finest example of what this multigenerational historic Napa family can create.
I can guarantee you won't be disappointed.
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